Yes, all students must first complete the general University application and be admitted before they can apply to SPARK360o.
Students are accepted into the SPARK360o program for the entirety of their undergraduate experience at OU.
Students can apply for the program once formally accepted into the University of Oklahoma. SPARK360o applications are accepted year-round and are reviewed on a rolling basis, so encourage students to apply as early as possible.
Beginning with the Fall 2024 cohort, a one-time, non-refundable program enrollment fee of $50 is due upon acceptance to the SPARK360o program.
This fee is assessed separately from general program fees and is payable directly to the Zarrow Institute.
The current cost of SPARK360o is $1,750 per semester for the 2023-24 academic year. We work very hard to keep the cost of participating in SPARK360o competitive with other postsecondary institutions' autism support programs, which typically range from $2,000-$7,500 per semester.
While there are currently no scholarship opportunities specifically for SPARK360o, program fees will be assessed through students' bursar accounts beginning Spring 2024, allowing students' financial aid packages to automatically contribute to the cost of the program.
Students who fail to meet the expectations of the program may be put on probation and a plan will be put in place to ensure the student's success in the program and at the University.
Yes! First- and second-year students receive priority, but more established students will be accepted as well, as space allows. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and will be accepted for the current semester up through three weeks prior to finals week.
No! Students pursuing STEM degrees do receive priority; however, students on any degree path are welcome and encouraged to apply if they are in need of SPARK360o services.
SPARK360o participants should register with the Accessibility and Disability Resource Center if accommodations are needed.
Additional information about SPARK360o can be found in the informational brochure below. If you have further questions about SPARK360o that were not answered on this website, please email spark360@ou.edu or schedule an informational appointment with the Director, Angela Barbour.
